Getting ready for another school year can be a little bit stressful. Back-to-school shopping includes supplies, a haircut, possibly some new clothes or shoes, maybe a doctor's appointment, and I'm sure there are other things I haven't thought about. There are a few opportunities for Warrensburg and Johnson County parents to get help with their back-to-school stuff, thanks to local businesses, churches, and groups.

Free School Supplies, Saturday, August 3

Bethel Baptist Church will offer free school supplies at Liberty Plaza, 303 E. Cooper Boulevard, from 9:00 AM CDT while supplies last. If you have any questions, contact Roscoe at 660-238-8338. For those unfamiliar, Liberty Plaza is the small shopping center across from Walmart, where Buffalo Wild Wings is located.

Get Ready For School from Maple Grove Elementary and Martin Warren Elementry Friday, August 9

Maple Grove and Martin Warren Elementry Schools want you to join them in preparing for school at Maple Grove Elementary School, 950 Hamilton Street, Warrensburg. They will enroll students and offer free backpacks, haircuts, and shoes. Contact Maple Groove Elementary at 660-422-5770 or Martin Warren Elementary at 660-747-7160 for information. This event runs from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT.

Fresh 4 Success Back 2 School Event Monday, August 12

All-Starz Barbershop of Warrensburg is bringing its back-to-school event for another great year. They offer free haircuts for all school-age kids, face painting, bounce houses, an obstacle course, and a push-up and pull-up challenge. Additionally, for those kids who need shoes or school supplies, they'll be taken care of. The event runs from 3:00 - 7:00 PM CDT at 139 West Pine Street in Warrensburg. For more information, you can call 816-345-5735. They are also looking for volunteers for the event and are accepting donations. You can get more information on that here.

Rock The Block with Denise Hamlin, DDS, Missouri Farm Bureau Insurance and Rejuv Luxury Spa, Thursday, August 15

Rock The Block will have Street Foods and Catering LLC with its awesome hot dogs and lemonade.  Snow cones, games, B-2 shots, and school supplies will also be available while supplies last.  Rock the Block is at Northtown Suites from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Northtown Suites is the small shopping area adjacent to the old Rib Crib. The street address is 1103 N. Holden. Dr. Hamlin will also offer office tours of her dental practice, and the event is open to everyone.

If you're a parent, hopefully, one of these events will make your back-to-school experience a little bit easier! Here's to a great, successful school year for your kiddos and you!